[analog]

So, in searching around on Schucks site, I noticed that Fel Pro makes a gasket for our oil pans. However, everything I've read around here leads me to believe you just use RTV to seal up the oil pan. When I took my pan off, it was sealed with RTV.. TONS of it, and frankly, it was doing a lousy job of keeping the oil sealed. twas leaking like a sieve. Anyway, the gasket was only $15, so I ordered one, and sure enough, it's the right size. It's made of cork.

So, now the question. Do I use it, or is there a reason to not use the cork gasket and instead use the RTV? My oil pan goes on next week and motor back in next weekend. I can't wait to get my girl runnin' again! With a turbo non-the-less /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif

 

[ThePunisher]

When I had my new oil pan installed last fall I didn't use the new gasket .. My buddy did it for me (he owns a diesel repair shop)..If the motor had been removed he probably would have used the gasket but the motor was only lifted to replace the pan ..
I still have the gasket ($25.00CDN) ..Boy those gaskets are BIG

 

[cdnsarguy]

The letters RTV cover a multitude of products.........

If you want the job to last and seal correctly use the proper quality of RTV. The RTV required to seal out engines is a very high quality product..... I would use the Ford grey RTV or one of the very high quality black RTVs specifically made to seal oil pans and oily areas on engines. In Canada you would pay $15-$25 a tube well worth my time........

The trick here is to use the right amount RTV this is one time MORE is not necessarily better. You really do not want a slobbering mess inside the oil pan which can break off over time and get into the oil pickup system.

 

[OkieGringo]

Just don't use RTV on the gasket and especially not on a rubber gasket, it WILL blow out with even the slightest internal pressure. You can use copper coat to hold the gasket in place while putting it up.Baja

 

[BuilderBob]

INFO to make an intelligent decision

Good Luck

BB

 

[analog]

So, you all are saying no go on the gasket? I should just find a good quality RTV? If so, why is the gasket a no go?

 

[rawpower]

Damn. I just rebuilt my truck and used a gasket. Should I redo it w/ RVT or will it be OK?

I used permatex on the front/rear plates as well, just to fill that little gap left when you install it. It was red. I sthat ok too?

Fingers crossed....

 

[tim94f250]

Rob,

I would leave it alone unless it starts leaking. Unless a do-over would give you piece of mind, Tim

 

[rawpower]

Is it easy to do a oil pan gasket change while it is in the truck? leave it bolted to the tranny and just undo the mounts and hoist it up, then drop the pan)

just in case it should fail later...

 

[aceohearts]

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INFO to make an intelligent decision

Good Luck

BB

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And to be even more specific. I have had several mechanics recommend this stuff to me and have gone through 3-4 cans myself. It's about the best thing I've ever used. And the best part is no overnight curing times. It's assemble it and drive it...

 

[analog]

Well, the gasket was a total cluster F*CK. Leaks at every corner! So, my advice on a gasket on the oil pan is DON'T!

Rob, how did yours turn out? Have you run your motor yet?

That said, fixing this in the truck will be a royal pain, but I will be dropping the pan and using good RTV this time. Sheesh!

 

[huskyhauler]

kind of funny. i pulled my pan again this weekend to take a look to see if i could find the culprit of my low oil pressure (32-36 psi no noise, all bearings like new). i used a gasket again, and no it does not leak. the trick is to use a good spray adhesive on the pan as well as the gasket. this will prevent the gasket from moving while you re-attach it. ALSO!!! you need to put small bead of silicone on the four corners where the timing cover - rear main seal plate is. otherwise, you will have a massive mess. do this after you have the oil oump and pick up tube back on. i have always used the cork unit from NAPA, and have NEVER had a problem. infact if you call international, they show a gasket for it. will take some work, but i have purchased one. even comes with a small tube of silicone.

 

[cdnsarguy]

Analog the point is as stated above gotta do it by the book or things will leak. If you use silicone spend the money on the best gasket type and do not use more than is required or it can end up in the oil cooler restricting flow.